OverviewAbout this course
Pursue your passion for brewing. Learn how to produce quality craft beers, pale ales and dark ales. Learn different brewing techniques, the fermentation process, how to bottle and keg your beer, as well as best practices for hygiene and sanitation.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
During this course you'll learn to:
Use different brewing systems such as a Grainfather, Brew in a Bag (BIAB), 3 vessel brewing system and Guten automatic brewing system
Chill and transfer your brew into a fermenter
Hot-brick pack your brew
Dry-hop your beer and transfer it into a bright tank
Bulk-prime and gas-prime your beer
Bottle your beer and transfer it into a keg
Course outcomes
You'll leave this course with:
A Certificate of Participation
Opportunities to network with like-minded individuals and industry professionals
Techniques to make craft beer at home
A sound understanding of how to produce quality beer from grain
Skills and knowledge to understand the brewing and fermentation process
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Professional Development
Learn a new skill and improve your career prospects
Personal Interest
Explore a hobby in a fun and supportive environment
Entry requirements
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
- There are no entry requirements for this course.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend you have:
An inquisitive and collaborative nature
A special interest in beer brewing
A drive to improve your understanding of beer production and process
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysWhere can this course take you?
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: labourer in a brewery.
Study options
Pursue an interest or upskill in your chosen field with another course.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous work experience and study history. You may be able to use recognition of prior learning when applying for a course in the future. If you're successful, you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses can be made up of a combination of core and specialty units.
Core units consist of the knowledge you'll need to build key skills for success in your field, industry or hobby.
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